As a Christian liberal arts university, OBU transforms lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith with all areas of knowledge, engage a diverse world, and live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ. Our students form relationships with our faculty and other students as they learn in a community where they can grow academically, spiritually, and socially.

Important Dates

Costs

Financial Aid

Percent Receiving Aid

99%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$15,391

Average Student Loan Aid

$5,315

Merits Available

Academic Scholarships

Average Award : $4,879

Percent Receiving : 77.27%

Description : Academic scholarships are awarded to students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement. The awards are not based on financial need. They are renewable provided the student maintains the appropriate OBU GPA.

Description : Any student entering Southern Baptist ministry or missions may receive this award provided he or she majors in ministry or applied ministry.

Other Financial

OBU's merit-based awards consist of both achievement-based and academic scholarships. Click here for more information.

Majors

PROGRAM/MAJOR NAME

Associates

Bachelors

Masters

Doctoral

Certification

Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender and Group Studies

American/United States Studies/Civilization

Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies, Other

Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Biochemistry

Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Exercise Physiology

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

Accounting

Business Administration and Management, General

Finance, General

International Business/Trade/Commerce

Marketing/Marketing Management, General

Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other

Journalism

Public Relations/Image Management

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Computer Science

Information Science/Studies

Education

Art Teacher Education

Business Teacher Education

English/Language Arts Teacher Education

Physical Education Teaching and Coaching

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship

Elementary Education and Teaching

Music Teacher Education

Mathematics Teacher Education

Social Science Teacher Education

Secondary Education and Teaching

Special Education and Teaching, General

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other

Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education

Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education, Other

English Language and Literature/Letters

English Language and Literature, General

Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences

Family and Community Services

Human Development and Family Studies, General

Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics

Ancient Near Eastern and Biblical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics

Foreign Languages and Literatures, General

Spanish Language and Literature

Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General

Kinesiology and Exercise Science

Health Professions and Related Programs

Athletic Training/Trainer

Physical Therapy/Therapist

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling

Nursing Education

History

History, General

Mathematics and Statistics

Mathematics, General

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

Biological and Physical Sciences

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies

Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management, General

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies, Other

Philosophy and Religious Studies

Christian Studies

Philosophy

Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other

Religion/Religious Studies

Physical Sciences

Chemistry, General

Physics, General

Psychology

Counseling Psychology

Psychology, General

Psychology, Other

Family Psychology

Public Administration andSocial Service Professions

Social Work

Social Sciences

Anthropology

Political Science and Government, General

Sociology

Theology and Religious Vocations

Theology and Religious Vocations, Other

Bible/Biblical Studies

Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology

Pastoral Studies/Counseling

Religious Education

Religious/Sacred Music

Theology/Theological Studies

Visual and Performing Arts

Art/Art Studies, General

Music, Other

Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General

Fine/Studio Arts, General

Graphic Design

Keyboard Instruments

Music Performance, General

Music Theory and Composition

Music, General

Music Pedagogy

Voice and Opera

Degrees & Additional Programs

Degrees

Associates, Bachelors, Masters

Online Courses

Church Recreation

Study Abroad

The Study Abroad Program champions the OBU Mission Statement which says "As a Christian liberal arts university, OBU transforms lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith with allareas of knowledge, engage a diverse world, and live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ."

Extracurricular Activities

GO. That’s what we do. Through intentional local and cross-cultural projects, we develop students who are living lifestyles of outreach. These teams operate through the school year serving in local, regional, national and international venues.
Please visit our website for more information.

Employment

On-campus employment opportunities available.

Testimonials

Chelsea JordanComputer Science and Business Management MajorOBU has given me the best possible college experience by introducing me to outstanding professors, unbeatable sports and campus life interactions, and most importantly a campus completely immersed in the word of God. Because of OBU, I will emerge ready to use valuable business skills in a way that is honorable and pleasing in the sight of God.

Brandon and Jen Hatmaker1996 OBU Alum, Ministers, Authors, SpeakersOBU gave me a sturdy foundation, bridging those tenuous high school years with the fragile beginnings of adulthood, preparing me not just for my career but for life. You cannot put a price on a college that both stretches your perspectives and underscores your spiritual foundation.

Joel Engle1990 OBU Alum, Pastor, National Recording ArtistOBU prepared me for success by teaching me to think for myself. I was challenged on so many levels: intellectually, spiritually, relationally and emotionally. That is the true value of a liberal arts education within the context of a Christian community. To this day, there isn’t a week that goes by that I don’t default to something I learned from my OBU experience.

Johathan PhillipsOBU 2013 Alum, NursingOBU has transformed who I am from the inside out and helped define my calling personally, as well as professionally. As a senior Nursing major, OBU and more specifically the College of Nursing, has developed a student that not only wants to affect the care provided to patients at the bedside, but become an established leader and an integral part of transforming the healthcare system.

Kasey ChapmanOBU Alum 2013, Applied MinistryWhen I transferred to OBU in the middle of my sophomore year, I had no idea what to expect. Five semesters later, I am still blown away by the profound impact the university has had on my life. My professors have invested countless hours in my life and have taught me invaluable lessons, both from lectures inside the classroom and from the way they represent Christ outside the classroom. Because of that, OBU has provided me incredible opportunities that have prepared me for my future ministry as a pastor.

Neal EllisLooking back on my time at OBU I can say with assurance that it was God's plan for me to attend OBU. Before coming to school I had no idea that it would be the place I would meet some of my best friends and mentors. The relationships I was able to develop with my peers and professors created an environment where I was able to learn how to think critically and truly see how to walk as Jesus did.